Livingston County for Kids

EXPLORE

 

SCORE A HOLE-IN-ONE | Visit Minnehan's Fun Center, a destination packed with activities for every type of kiddo, including go-karts, batting cages, mini-golf, arcade games, and an on-site restaurant.

 

MEET FURRY RESIDENTS | At Backyard Barnyard, in Mount Morris, the kiddos can pet animals and enjoy tons of fun on the farm, including axe throwing, climbing walls, and — every kid’s favorite — inflatables.

 

 

GO BACK IN TIME | Dig into a big bucket of popcorn at the Avon Vintage Drive-In, where visitors can enjoy new releases and classic movies. When you're in a movie mood, visit local historical theaters: the Star Theater in Dansville, the Avon Park Theater, and the Riviera Theater in Geneseo.

 

CATCH A HOMERUN | Spend a summer evening at the Dansville Gliders game, a collegiate wooden-bat league that plays at Babcock Park in Dansville.

 

 

PLAY INDOORS | On a rainy day, take your little ones to Tots Town, a new soft play area in Dansville. It’s the perfect place to tire out your tots that love to climb, explore, practice their fine motor skills, and create a lot of laughs.

 

TAKE A WHIMSICAL WALK | Follow the Fairy Doors of Dansville trail featuring tiny folk art depicting fairy-size doors at more than 30 stops in Dansville.

 

STEP INTO HISTORY | Want to visit the largest living history museum in New York State? Plan a trip to the Genesee Country Village & Museum, where your family can explore 68 buildings from the 19th century and interact with costumed interpreters sharing stories of daily life, trades, and culture of the time.

 

 

FLY HIGH IN A VINTAGE AIRPLANE | Visit the National Warplane Museum, where they restore, preserve, and display World War II and Korean War artifacts. Book a ride into the skies in an authentic vintage aircraft with experienced pilots for a memory your kiddos will be talking about for a long, long time!

 

 

END ON A SWEET NOTE | No matter how you end up spending time with the fam in LivCo, end your day with ice cream! Favorite spots for treats include Zeppo’s Creekside Creamery in Mount Morris, Kish-a-wa Creamery in Nunda, Twister’s Ice Cream in Livonia, Ice Cream Island in Dansville, and Moonie’s Two Scoops in Leicester.

 

READ

 

STORY TRAIL AT VITALE PARK

The Livonia Public Library’s Story Walk consists of 16 separate kiosks placed around Vitale Park. Individual pages from children’s stories are placed under weather-proof panels so visitors can read them as they stroll along the path. The Story Walk was introduced to the park in 2022 as a permanent installation. Library staff rotates titles out every month.

 

VISIT LOCAL LIBRARIES

Looking for a fun and enriching way to spend time with the kids? Don’t overlook local libraries! The Wadsworth Library in Geneseo offers storytime, craft classes, and reading challenges that spark curiosity and creativity. The Avon Free Library hosts interactive programs, including hands-on activities and themed family events. Friendly librarians are always ready to help you discover new books or explore exciting topics.

And that’s just the start—Livingston County is home to tons of libraries, from Mt. Morris and Caledonia to Livonia and Dansville, each offering its own unique experiences for families. Make your next family outing both educational and entertaining.

 

SHOP NEW READS

Find your next best read or your kiddos’ favorite classic inside these local businesses.

Touch of Grayce | You can shop from a selection of books, toys, games, jewelry, pottery, organic body care, caramels, chocolate, decor, incense, tea, fair trade, and locally made items.

Sundance Books | Browse bookshelves of fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, mystery, history, cookbooks, travel, art, graphic novels, and more. Shop a selection of notebooks, pens, pencils, and art supplies.

Dogwood Trading Company | Visit this old-fashioned gift store for a fun and relaxing shopping experience. Their product mix includes a wide variety of puzzles, games, children’s books, crafts, toys, and more.

 

CAMP

 

CAMP STELLA MARIS

For almost 100 years, Camp Stella Maris has been a home away from home for campers to try new things, challenge themselves, and make friends that will last a lifetime. Campers unplug for the week and experience the excitement of an entire summer in just six days. Overnight campers sleep in one of 21 cabins while Day Campers share the facilities during the day. Shaving cream wars, mudslides, and campfires are some classic activities that campers are sure to love!

 

CAMP CHERITH

Camp Cherith offers a variety of camps for boys and girls based on camper ages and interests. Campers make life-long memories while developing lasting friendships with peers and staff. Programs include resident camp, day camp, mini camp, horse camp, and more. Tree climbing is Camp Cherith's tallest adventure! Climb safely up to 40 feet in the trees using a rope and pulley system. Tree climbing is available to the public on specific dates (reservations required).

 

LETCHWORTH STATE PARK

Take the whole crew camping at Letchworth State Park, where you’ll find over 250 wooded campsites (many with electricity) and 81 cabins. Camping sites can accommodate tents or RVs. In the park, you can enjoy dramatic Genesee River gorge views, waterfalls, hiking, and swimming at the Harvey Swimming Pool. Dine at the Glen Iris Inn, explore the Humphrey Nature Center, and wander one of the park’s most unique features, the Autism Nature Trail.